Acronym · Analog, RF & Mixed-Signal
FMCW (Frequency-Modulated Continuous Wave)
A radar technique that transmits a continuously swept frequency chirp and derives target range and velocity from the beat frequency between transmitted and reflected signals.
It needs no high-power pulse, suiting silicon integration.
- Also known as
- Chirp radar
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- Domain
- Analog, RF & Mixed-Signal, Wireless technology
Notes
The basis of 77 GHz automotive radar, where chirp linearity and synthesiser phase noise set range resolution.
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